New Zealand


Kia Ora and Welcome to VES New Zealand With an active and growing membership throughout New Zealand we are pleased to be able to bring you a wide range of events. The locally elected board are based in Wellington and Auckland. They bring a broad variety of skills. Please feel free to touch base should you have any queries.

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Upcoming Events

Screening - SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (New Zealand)
When: Sat Jun 03, 2023 02:00pm to 04:16pm UTC+13

VES Members and up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Sony Pictures’ SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE

Masks or face coverings are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please observe social distancing whenever possible.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to sign up.)
Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 2:00PM
(RSVPs close on Friday, June 2 at 12:00PM)
Miramar Creative Centre Screening Room
133 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington 6022

Click here for a map.

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Past Events

Screening - THE LITTLE MERMAID (New Zealand)
When: Sat May 27, 2023 02:00pm to 04:15pm UTC+13

VES Members and up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ THE LITTLE MERMAID

Masks or face coverings are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please observe social distancing whenever possible.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to sign up.)
Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 2:00PM
(RSVPs close on Friday, May 26 at 12:00PM)
Miramar Creative Centre Screening Room
133 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington 6022

Click here for a map.

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Screening - FAST X (New Zealand)
When: Thu May 25, 2023 07:00pm to 09:21pm UTC+13

VES Members and up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ FAST X

Masks or face coverings are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please observe social distancing whenever possible.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to sign up.)
Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 7:00PM
(RSVPs close on Thursday, May 25 at 12:00PM)
Miramar Creative Centre Screening Room
133 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington 6022

Click here for a map.

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


NZ Section Summer Pub Night and Membership Drive (Wellington)
When: Wed Feb 22, 2023 06:30pm to 08:00pm PST

Miramar

Members and non members are invited to join us for a pub night and a chance to find out more about the VES.

Come and catch up with your fellow creatives!

 

This event is for members, VFX Artists, Animators, SFX Artists, Producers, Coordinators, Engineers and Educators with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries.

 

Date:Wednesday 22nd February

Time: 6.30pm-8.00pm

Location: Double Vision Brew Pub, 128 Park Road,  Miramar

Double Vision will provide some snacks. And of course beer!

 

Members and Non Members Please RSVP Below


NZ Section Holiday Party 2022
When: Sun Dec 04, 2022 02:30pm to 04:30pm NZDT

Please Log in to your Member account to RSVP


Screening - BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER (New Zealand)
When: Sat Nov 12, 2022 10:30am to 01:11pm UTC+13

VES Members and up to Four (4) Guests are Invited to a Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER

Masks or face coverings are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please observe social distancing whenever possible.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to sign up.)
Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 10:30AM
(RSVPs close on Friday, November 11 at 12:00PM)
The Roxy Cinema
5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington 6022

Click here for a map.

***VES Members: Please enter your first and last name in the “Attendee 1″ fields***

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.


Panel: Real world experience with Virtual Production
When: Sat Sep 24, 2022 09:30am to 11:00am ACST

Join the Visual Effects Society Australia and New Zealand sections for a conversion around Virtual Production in the region. Interact with local guest speakers who have first hand experience in all things virtual production. This panel will be moderated by Befores and Afters, Ian Failes.

Saturday, September 24th at 9:30am ACST via ZOOM (10am AEST, 12 noon NZST)

Panelists
Habib Zargarpour, Virtual Production Supervisor at Unity Technologies
Michela Ledwidge, Director MOD
Gary Marshall, Senior Director of Virtual Production, NantStudios
Thomas Mansencal, Technology Supervisor, Weta FX
Sam Folkard, Head of Labs NZ, disguise
Bree Whitford-Smith, Virtual Production Producer

Log in for access to the webinar registration link below.


VES NZ Networking Event - Convergence Day Afterparty
When: Sat Aug 20, 2022 07:00pm to 09:00pm PDT

Visual Effects Society NZ will be hosting a networking event for attendees of Convergence day  and VES members.

Meet for drinks and unpack the day at Courtenay Creative after the conference  at Te Papa,

The event focus’s on Realtime, Virtual Production, Visual Effects and its convergence with the gaming industry.

The networking event  is free for all VES members, if you were able to make it to the talks or not.

Just use the code 22#VES and your membership number to access your ticket.

use 22#VES Code with your membership number to access a discount to the conference and to register for the networking event ticket.

VES Convergence Day Networking Event Pass  – Free for VES members

20th August @Courtenay Creative, 7pm till late

use 22#VES Code with your membership number

https://nzgdc.com/tickets/


VES NZ - Teq Talk @The Miramar Creative Centre!
When: Thu Aug 04, 2022 07:00pm to 10:00pm NZST

Thursday 4 August 2022

The Miramar Creative Centre 133 Park Road Miramar

RSVP with the event link below or

email to: RSVP.VES.NZ@gmail.com

Join us for the return of the Teq Talks!  A series of fascinating short talks from artists and innovators with a social mixer to follow. Drinks and nibbles provided. Free for VES members, koha donation for non-members. For this session, we have three great speakers:

Sophie Thorn, Curator Collections, Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery

Talk Title: The Copy Paste Aesthetic

Sophie Thorn is the Curator Collections, Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery. She looks after the Victoria University of Wellington Art Collection. She holds a Master of Arts in Art History and Theory from the University of Canterbury and a Diploma in Law and Collections Management through the London Institute of Art Law. She studied Heritage Materials Science through the Physical Sciences department at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington and Metallurgy at the Chemical Institute of Technology in Prague, Czech Republic. She has held positions at the Canterbury Museum, Experience Wellington, and Te Manawa Museums Trust. She has been with Te Pātaka Toi Adam Art Gallery since 2014.

www.instagram.com/thorn.sophie/ 

www.instagram.com/fleshandfruity/

 

Shinichi Maruyama, Artist/Photographer

Talk Title: Light Sculpture

Shinichi Maruyama is a Wellington-based artist/photographer.

He exemplifies the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi–the beauty of things imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete. 

Having majored in photographical chemistry at university, he is interested in both the artistic and technical aspects of photography, seeking new expressions for each project.

He is represented by Bruce Silverstein Gallery in NY and has had three solo exhibitions.

www.instagram.com/shinichimaruyamastudio/

 

Gaku Tada, 3d Artist, Tutor

Talk Title: 3d paintings, why?

After a long and rewarding career as a VFX artist, Gaku now enjoys making art and running workshops on Blender

https://www.instagram.com/tada.gaku/

https://www.youtube.com/c/GAKUTADA/videos133


NZ Section Holiday Party
When: Sun Dec 05, 2021 02:30pm to 05:00pm NZDT

Please note:

NZ Govt. Covid-19 rules require Vaccine Certificates for all attendees over age 12.

Masks are required and please observe social distancing best practices.

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms, have been exposed to the virus, are awaiting a test result, have been contact traced, have been asked to self isolate or have been in an MIQ facility within the last 14 days.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.

Please login to RSVP Below by December 1st.
VES Members: Please enter your details and those of ALL your guests/Family who are attending with you. Please be sure to put your own name down as one of the attendees: eg. Joe Smith, next guest: Suzy Smith etc. Please DO include children and babies. 


VES NZ - The French Dispatch Screening
When: Wed Dec 01, 2021 06:30pm to 08:00pm NZDT

On behalf of Searchlight Pictures and ANZ distributor Disney we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to this Wellington preview screening of THE FRENCH DISPATCH.

Synopsis: THE FRENCH DISPATCH brings to life the final issue of an American magazine published in a fictional French city.  It features Benicio del Toro, Adrien Brody, Tilda Swinton, Léa Seydoux, Frances McDormand, Timothée Chalamet, Lyna Khoudri, Jeffrey Wright, Mathieu Amalric, Stephen Park, Bill Murray and Owen Wilson.

  • When: Wednesday 1 December
  • Time: 6.15pm for a 6.30pm start
  • Location: The Roxy (cinema 2), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
  • Duration: 107 minutes.  You can view the trailer here

RSVP is essential here. Invitation is strictly non-transferable.

COVID protocols: As of 29th November, The Roxy will require anyone entering the premises to show a valid NZ Vaccination Pass. You may also be required to show a government issued form of photographic ID. Please arrive with your Vaccination Pass and government issued photo ID ready.

This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:

All attendees must be fully vaccinated before you arrive at the cinema. You will be required to show a NZ Vaccination Pass, or proof of exemption.

As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.

  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms.
  • You will need to check-in via the QR code upon entry.
  • There will be contactless temperature checks – anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • Hand sanitiser and face masks will be provided – all attendees must wear a face mask during the screening.
  • You will be able to sit with your guest but social distancing will be employed in the cinema to ensure that you are at a safe distance from other attendees.

If you develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +61428727303 immediately or email celia@bluecatpictures.com.au in order that we can advise all other guests.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these screenings, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.


VES NZ - Swan Song Screening
When: Tue Nov 30, 2021 06:30pm to 08:15pm NZDT

On behalf of Apple Original Films we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry preview screening of

  • When: Tuesday 30 November
  • Time: 6.15pm for a 6.30pm start
  • Location: The Roxy (cinema 2), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
  • Duration: 116 minutes. You can view the trailer here

Synopsis: In the near future, SWAN SONG tells the journey of Cameron (Mahershala Ali), a loving husband and father with a terminal illness who is offered a confidential solution to shield his wife (Naomie Harris) and son from grief. As he considers it, he learns more about life and love than he ever imagined.

RSVP is essential here. Invitation is strictly non-transferable.

COVID protocols: As of 29th November, The Roxy will require anyone entering the premises to show a valid NZ Vaccination Pass. You may also be required to show a government issued form of photographic ID. Please arrive with your Vaccination Pass and government issued photo ID ready.

This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:

All attendees must be fully vaccinated before you arrive at the cinema. You will be required to show a NZ Vaccination Pass, or proof of exemption.

As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.

  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms.
  • You will need to check-in via the QR code upon entry.
  • There will be contactless temperature checks – anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • Hand sanitiser and face masks will be provided – all attendees must wear a face mask during the screening.
  • You will be able to sit with your guest but social distancing will be employed in the cinema to ensure that you are at a safe distance from other attendees.

If you develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +61428727303 immediately or email celia@bluecatpictures.com.au in order that we can advise all other guests.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these screenings, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.


VES NZ - The Tender Bar Screening
When: Sat Nov 27, 2021 02:00pm to 03:45pm NZDT

On behalf of Amazon Studios we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry preview screening of The Tender Bar.

  • When: Saturday 27 November
  • Time: 1.45 for a 2pm start
  • Location: Roxy Cinema (cinema 2), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
  • Duration: 104 minutes.  You can view the trailer here

Synopsis: From director George Clooney and based on the memoir, The Tender Bar follows an aspiring writer (Tye Sheridan) pursuing his romantic and professional dreams. From a stool in his uncle’s (Ben Affleck) bar, he learns what it means to grow up from a colorful group of local characters.

RSVP is essential here. Invitation is strictly non-transferable.

COVID protocols: This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:

As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.

  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms.
  • You will need to check-in via the QR code upon entry.
  • There will be contactless temperature checks – anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • Hand sanitiser and face masks will be provided – all attendees must wear a face mask during the screening.
  • You will be able to sit with your guest but social distancing will be employed in the cinema to ensure that you are at a safe distance from other attendees.

If you develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +61428727303 immediately or email celia@bluecatpictures.com.au in order that we can advise all other guests.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these screenings, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.


VES NZ - The Harder They Fall Screening
When: Tue Oct 19, 2021 07:30pm to 09:30pm NZDT

On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry preview of The Harder They Fall.

  • When: Tuesday 19 October
  • Time: 7.20 for a 7.30pm start (please allow time for Covid protocols upon arrival – see below)
  • Location: Roxy Cinema (cinema 2), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

Please login to RSVP below.  Seating is limited and invitation is strictly non-transferable.

Synopsis: When outlaw Nat Love (Jonathan Majors) discovers that his enemy (Idris Elba) is being released from prison, he reunites his gang to seek revenge. The cast also includes Zazie Beetz, Delroy Lindo, LaKeith Stanfield and Regina King.

Directed by Jeymes Samuel, from a screenplay by Jeymes Samuel and Boaz Yakin.

Producers are James Lassiter, Lawrence Bender, Jeymes Samuel and Shawn Carter.

Cinematographer is Mihai Malaimare Jr., Production Designer is Martin Whist and Editor is Tom Eagles.

You can view the trailer here

Duration: 136 minutes

Films At 42 will be releasing the film nationally on 21 October.

COVID protocols: This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:

  • As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.
  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms.
  • You will need to check-in via the QR code upon entry.
  • There will be contactless temperature checks – anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • Hand sanitiser and face masks will be provided – all attendees must wear a face mask during the screening.
  • You will be able to sit with your guest but social distancing will be employed in the cinema to ensure that you are at a safe distance from other attendees.

If you develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +61428727303 immediately or email celia@bluecatpictures.com.au in order that we can advise all other guests.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding theses screenings, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.


VES NZ - The Electrical Life of Louis Wain Screening
When: Sun Oct 17, 2021 11:00am to 12:45pm NZDT

On behalf of Amazon Studios we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of THE ELECTRICAL LIFE OF LOUIS WAIN.

  • When: Sunday 17 October
  • Time: 10.50 for 11am start (please allow time for Covid check-in – see below)
  • Location: Roxy Cinema (cinema 2), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

Synopsis: A true story of British artist Louis Wain (Benedict Cumberbatch), whose surreal pictures transformed the public’s perception of cats. From the late 1800s-1930s, he sought to unlock the world’s mysteries and, in so doing, to understand himself and the love of his life, Emily Richardson (Claire Foy).

You can view the trailer here

Duration: 111 minutes

RSVP is essential here. Seating is limited and invitation is strictly non-transferable.

THE ELECTRICAL LIFE OF LOUIS WAIN will be available to stream on Amazon Prime Video from 5 November.
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COVID protocols: This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:

  • As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.
  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms.
  • You will need to check-in via the QR code upon entry.
  • Contactless temperature checks – anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • Hand sanitiser and face masks will be provided – all attendees must wear a face mask during the screening.
  • You will be able to sit with your guest but social distancing will be employed in the cinema to ensure that you are at a safe distance from other attendees.
  • If you develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +61 428 727 303 immediately or email celia@bluecatpictures.com.au in order that we can advise all other guests.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these screenings, please don’t hesitate to get in touch


VES New Zealand - Global SPEED Networking Event
When: Sat Oct 16, 2021 03:00pm to 04:00pm NZDT
West Coast Speed Networking

VES Global SPEED Networking Event

Join us for a global ‘Speed Networking’ event, hosted by the VES Los Angeles section.  This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with VES members in NORTH AMERICAAUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND and INDIA.

You could make 5+ new international VFX industry connections in just one hour. If you have not made it to one of these fast paced sessions before, this is the one you simply can’t miss!

  • Saturday, October 16th
  • 3:00 pm NZDT

Members can register for FREE at the link below (Members must login to the website).

#networkingevent #vfxartist


VES New Zealand - THE TOMORROW WAR
When: Tue Oct 05, 2021 07:30pm to 09:00pm NZDT

On behalf of Amazon Studios we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of THE TOMORROW WAR.

  • When: Tuesday 5 October
  • Time: 7.30pm start
  • Location: Roxy Cinema (cinema 2), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

Synopsis: The world is stunned when a group of time travelers arrives to deliver an urgent message: Thirty years in the future mankind is losing a global war against a deadly alien species. The only hope for survival is for soldiers and civilians from the present to be drafted in a future war.

Starring Chris Pratt, Yvonne Strahovski, J.K. Simmons and Sam Richardson

Directed by Chris McKay

You can view the trailer here

Duration: 138 minutes

RSVP is essential here. Seating is limited and invitation is strictly non-transferable.

THE TOMORROW WAR is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
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COVID protocols: This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:

  • As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (VES number, mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.
    You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms.
  • You will need to check-in via the QR code upon entry.
  • Contactless temperature checks – anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • Hand sanitiser and face masks will be provided – all attendees must wear a face mask during the screening.
  • You will be able to sit with your guest but social distancing will be employed in the cinema to ensure that you are at a safe distance from other attendees.
  • If you develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +61 428 727 303 immediately or email celia@bluecatpictures.com.au in order that we can advise all other guests.

 


VES New Zealand - A Biography of the Pixel
When: Tue Sep 28, 2021 06:00pm to 07:00pm PDT

Auckland University of Technology has extended an invitation to all VFX Industry Professionals in New Zealand for a Zoom Presentation/Q&A with Alvy Ray Smith. This event is host by the LA ACM Siggraph.

  • WEDNESDAY 29th SEPT at 2:00 pm NZT
  • TUESDAY 28th SEPT at 6:00 pm PDT

About the talk:

Many CG innovations taken for granted today can be traced back to a handful of pioneers. Alvy Ray Smith, co-founder of Pixar, shares these interesting stories, taking us up to the point where the first Toy Story movie is made, and where all these stories, related by the concept of digital light, come together.

This is followed by a discussion/Q&A with this pioneer of animation, moderated by Ed Lantz.

This is a FREE virtual event – CLICK HERE to register.


NZ Section MidWinter Pub Night and Membership Drive (Wellington)
When: Thu Aug 26, 2021 07:00pm to 09:00pm NZST

Members and non members are invited to join us for a mid winter pub night and a chance to find out more about the VES.

Come and catch up with your fellow creatives!

 

This event is for members, VFX Artists, Animators, SFX Artists, Producers, Coordinators, Engineers and Educators with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries.

 

Date:Thursday 26th August

Time:7pm-9pm

Location: Double Vision Brew Pub – Park Road Mirama

Double Vision will have a food truck and live music on the night

 

Members and Non Members Please RSVP Below

 

 

 

 

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus.

By signing up for this on-site, in-person event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), we willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for this event infers implied consent of myself and my party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.

 

 

 


NZ VES Membership Drive & Meetup (Auckland)
When: Wed Aug 25, 2021 06:30pm to 08:30pm PDT

Join us for a mid winter catch up and find out more about the VES and a chance to catchup with your fellow creatives.

This event is for Artists, Producers, Coordinators, Engineers and Educators with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Games, AR, VR, Film, TV, VFX, Education and related creative industries.


VES Auckland Networking Event
When: Wed Jun 09, 2021 06:30pm to 08:30pm NZST

Join us for the first offical VES Auckland Meetup and Networking event 

For members of the VFX community in Auckland to find out more about the Visual Effects Society and to meet fellow VFX artists.

All Welcome

Drinks and finger food provided.

Register here

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/o/visual-effects-society-33278330007


They Shall Not Grow Old, VES NZ Exclusive Screening
When: Sat Apr 24, 2021 02:00pm to 05:00pm UTC+13

On behalf of WingNut Films, the Visual Effects Society New Zealand is delighted to invite you and your guests to a special exclusive ANZAC Weekend screening of:

They Shall Not Grow Old
In 3D and in Dolby Atmos
With extra behinds the scenes content!

  • When: Saturday, April 24th
  • Time: 2:00pm

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)

Using state-of-the-art technology and materials from the BBC and Imperial War Museum, filmmaker Peter Jackson allows the story of World War I to be told by the men who were there. Life on the front is explored through the voices of the soldiers, who discuss their feelings about the conflict, the food they ate, the friends they made and their dreams of the future.

You can view the trailer here.


VES Awards Red Carpet Celebration - New Zealand
When: Wed Apr 07, 2021 11:30am to 02:00pm NZST

The New Zealand Section board invite you join us at a Red Carpet Event to celebrate the 19th Annual VES Awards!

Light Nibbles and a Welcome celebratory bubbles are included.

(Please note this is not a fully catered lunch – there will be a cash bar available on site and the Roxy Kiosk)

Attire: Semi-Formal/Formal (Feel free to dress up. Please no hoodies etc.)

Registration is now closed.


GREYHOUND: Wellington VES screening, Thursday 25 February
When: Thu Feb 25, 2021 07:00pm to 09:00pm NZDT

On behalf of Apple Original Films we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of

When: Thursday 25 February
Time: 7pm start
Location: Roxy Cinema (Cinema 1), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

RSVP: nzrsvp@vesglobal.org
Required information
Your name & mobile

Your guest’s name and mobile

Please no outside food or drink. VES NZ encourages our membership to support our local theater and patronize the concessions available on site.

Synopsis: In a time of superstition and magic, a young apprentice hunter, Robyn Goodfellowe, journeys to Ireland with her father to wipe out the last wolf pack. While exploring the forbidden lands outside the city walls, Robyn befriends a free-spirited girl, Mebh, a member of a mysterious tribe rumored to have the ability to transform into wolves by night. As they search for Mebh’s missing mother, Robyn uncovers a secret that draws her further into the enchanted world of the Wolfwalkers and risks turning into the very thing her father is tasked to destroy.

Written by Will Collins. Directed by Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart.

You can view the trailer here

Duration: 103 minutes

Invitation is strictly non-transferable. 
COVID protocols: This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:
  • As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.
  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms. 
  • Contactless temperature checks upon entry. Anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • If you or your guest develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +021936110 immediately or email nzrsvp@vesglobal.org in order that we can advise all other guests.
Click here to see the Roxy Cinema’s COVID-19 response. New Zealand businesses are required to support contact tracing. Please sign in when entering the Roxy by either scanning the venue’s QR code into your preferred contact tracing app or using the available sign in sheet.
By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), we willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for said screening/event infers implied consent of myself and my party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.
Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

Family Screening! WOLFWALKERS: Wellington, Saturday 20 February
When: Sat Feb 20, 2021 10:30am to 12:30pm NZDT
On behalf of Apple Original Films we’re delighted to invite you and your children to a Wellington VES screening of

RSVP: nzrsvp@vesglobal.org
Required information
Your name & mobile

Your child or adult guest’s name and mobile (max 1 adult guest)
Child name and parent’s mobile (if not your child)
Child name and parent’s mobile (if not your child)

When: Saturday 20 February
Time: 10.30am start
Location: Roxy Cinema (Cinema 1), 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

Please no outside food or drink. VES NZ encourages our membership to support our local theater and patronize the concessions available on site.

Synopsis: In a time of superstition and magic, a young apprentice hunter, Robyn Goodfellowe, journeys to Ireland with her father to wipe out the last wolf pack. While exploring the forbidden lands outside the city walls, Robyn befriends a free-spirited girl, Mebh, a member of a mysterious tribe rumored to have the ability to transform into wolves by night. As they search for Mebh’s missing mother, Robyn uncovers a secret that draws her further into the enchanted world of the Wolfwalkers and risks turning into the very thing her father is tasked to destroy.

Written by Will Collins. Directed by Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart.

You can view the trailer here

Duration: 103 minutes

Invitation is strictly non-transferable. 
COVID protocols: This private screening will adhere to all government recommendations for Covid safety and will include some additional measures:
  • As a condition of entry, we must keep a contact register for every screening. Contact details (mobile and email) must be supplied 24 hours in advance for anyone attending including these details for your guest.
  • You must not attend the screening if you are feeling unwell or have any symptoms. 
  • Contactless temperature checks upon entry. Anyone displaying any symptoms will not be admitted.
  • If you or your guest develop symptoms or test positive to Covid19 following a screening, please call +021936110 immediately or email nzrsvp@vesglobal.org in order that we can advise all other guests.
Click here to see the Roxy Cinema’s COVID-19 response. New Zealand businesses are required to support contact tracing. Please sign in when entering the Roxy by either scanning the venue’s QR code into your preferred contact tracing app or using the available sign in sheet.
By signing up for this on-site, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society), we willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore, signing up for said screening/event infers implied consent of myself and my party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES, its directors, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation.
Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

VES NZ Exclusive! THE MIDNIGHT SKY: Wellington, Wednesday 9 December
When: Wed Dec 09, 2020 07:30pm to 09:30pm NZDT

Blue Cat Pictures on behalf of Netflix is delighted to invite you and your guest to a Visual Effects Society New Zealand advance screening of George Clooney’s

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)

Synopsis: This post-apocalyptic tale follows Augustine (George Clooney), a scientist in the Arctic, as he races to stop a group of astronauts from returning home to a mysterious global catastrophe.

Directed by Clooney, co-starring Felicity Jones, David Oyelowo, Kyle Chandler, Demián Bichir, Tiffany Boone.

You can view the trailer here

Duration: 122 minutes

For more information, please visit: here

This is a private screening with a full media embargo – strictly not for review of any kind or on any media platform, social or otherwise.


New Zealand Section Christmas Party
When: Sat Dec 05, 2020 11:00am to 06:00pm NZDT

The New Zealand Section board invite VES Members, their partners and families to join us at Double Vision Brewing this Saturday for the best of what they brew and good food from Wilsons BBQ food truck. RSVP essential.


VES NZ Teq Talks Presents: Virtual Production in Unreal Engine
When: Fri Nov 27, 2020 06:00pm to 07:30pm UTC+13

About the Speaker:

Shawn Dunn has been involved in the 3D industry for 27 years. During that time he spent 5 years at Alias|Wavefront on the software side of the business and 13 years at Weta Digital on both the art and technical side, which have given him a unique perspective on how technology serves the creative and artistic process and enables him to produce consistently high quality work. Dunn has also worked as a Professor of 3D Digital Animation at Seneca and Sheridan college. From 2016 Dunn was CTO for Original Force for 3.5 years, helping improve their technological footprint, quality and capacity of work. Since October 2019 he has been a Senior Product Manager with Epic Games focusing on the Film and Television industry. Shawn has worked on over 30 feature films during this time such as Steven Spielberg’s “The BFG”, “The Jungle Book”, James Cameron’s “Avatar”, Peter Jackson’s Hobbit trilogy, “Rise of The Planet of The Apes”, “Iron Man 3”, “Man Of Steel”, “The Adventures of Tintin”, “Dawn of the Planets of the Apes”, “The Avengers”, “X-Men: First Class”, “King Kong” and one of his favourites “The Lord Of The Rings: The Return of the King”.


Teq Talks: Virtual Production in Unity
When: Thu Oct 22, 2020 07:00pm to 08:30pm UTC+13

The VES New Zealand Section, in association with Unity Technologies, invites you to Teq Talks Online: Virtual Production in Unity.

This event will be held online on Thursday, 22nd October at 7pm.

Please RSVP to the following link: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/teq-talks-presents-virtual-production-in-unity-tickets-125825965851

Participation instructions will be sent to attendees prior to the event.


VES NZ- Zoom Happy Hour!
When: Tue Sep 08, 2020 08:00pm to 09:00pm NZST

Join us online on Tuesday 8th September at 8pm for a fun hour of chatting all things VFX, networking and quiz questions with prize giveaways!

We will have a range of prizes available to online attendees: Restaurant Vouchers, Gym vouchers, A hot off the press brand new 3rd Edition of The VES handbook of Visual Effects.

It’s only an hour of your time and we aim to make it fun! So grab a glass of your favourite bevvy and join us online for a Covid safe event.

Sign up here to ensure you receive the Zoom Code and Password which will be mailed to all those who sign up.

 

*Please note all prizes are intended for use within New Zealand only. The book is only able to be posted to attendees within New Zealand.

 


Screening - TENET (New Zealand)
When: Wed Sep 02, 2020 08:15pm to 10:46pm NZST

VES Members and Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ TENET

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we ask you or your guests who may show any symptoms or who might have been exposed to the virus do not attend VES events.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 8:15PM


Back to the Office Beer o Clock. (Wellington NZ)
When: Fri Jun 26, 2020 05:00pm to 08:00pm NZST

As artists are slowly moving back to the office, come join your VES colleagues for Beer o Clock this Friday at Double Vision on Park Rd to share war stories from lockdown.

How are your pets coping without their office mates? Did you wear out your slippers or forget to wear pants? Who’s got the worst “oops that’s not on mute” conference call disaster story?

Double Vision have a launch of their new Beer for Good this Friday, supporting the Kiwi mental health charity I Am Hope. It’s a great time to check in with your workmates over a Hazy IPA (name to be released on the day) and the Ombrellos food truck will be serving too.

Friday from 5pm @ https://g.page/DoubleVisionBrewing


Event - Networking Launch (Auckland)
When: Thu Mar 26, 2020 07:00pm to 09:00pm NZDT

 

Details TBC

 

 

 

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID19, we ask you or your guests who may show any symptoms or who might have been exposed to the virus do not attend VES events.


Screening - A QUIET PLACE PART II (New Zealand) Cancelled
When: Tue Mar 24, 2020 07:30pm to 09:08pm UTC+13

The VES New Zealand Screening of Paramount Pictures’ A QUIET PLACE PART II has been cancelled because the studio has postponed the release due to concerns related to the COVID19 outbreak.

RSVPs are closed
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 7:30PM


Screening - ONWARD (New Zealand)
When: Tue Mar 10, 2020 07:30pm to 09:22pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Pixar Animation Studios’ ONWARD

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID19, we ask you or your guests who may show any symptoms or who might have been exposed to the virus do not attend VES events.

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 7:30PM


Screening - THE INVISIBLE MAN (New Zealand)
When: Tue Mar 03, 2020 07:30pm to 09:34pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ THE INVISIBLE MAN

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 7:30PM


Screening - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG (New Zealand)
When: Tue Feb 25, 2020 07:30pm to 09:10pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ SONIC THE HEDGEHOG

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 7:30PM


Screening - STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Jan 14, 2020 07:30pm to 10:00pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Lucasfilm’s STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 7:30PM


VES Nomination Event
When: Sat Jan 04, 2020 09:00am to 02:00pm PST

VES Awards Nomination Judging 2020

MEET, GREET, AND VOTE! A CALL FOR JUDGES!

(Check with specific sections for local times)

Now that the 18th Annual VES Awards season is underway, we once again invite VES members to participate in our Nomination Panels. The Nomination Event will be held worldwide on January 4, 2020.

Any active VES member who can travel to one of the cities listed below may participate.

This is your chance to determine who will ultimately walk up to the podium on January 29, 2020, to collect a coveted VES Award. A single vote may make the difference between being nominated… or not… and that vote could be yours!

Past participants know that this is the must-attend event of the awards season. Not only will you view some of the most amazing visual imagery of 2019, you’ll get to see exclusive behind-the-scenes footage while participating in the single best networking opportunity of the year. It’s a chance to see old friends, meet the best and brightest in the visual effects field, and learn new techniques that you can apply to your own craft. All of that, plus the satisfaction of knowing that you have participated in choosing what will ultimately be the Nominations announced to the press for the 18th Annual VES Awards.

Judges who register to participate will receive information about specific times and locations from their local section representatives once their applications are received. If you are ready to make a difference, please submit your Panel Judge Application BELOW. Make sure you check the box indicating which of the Nomination Event locations you are applying for.

The Nomination Event is a full-day event held on Saturday, January 4, 2020 around the globe. Nominees will be announced on Monday, January 6, 2020. We look forward to receiving your Judge Application to make this year’s Nomination Event a success!

-The 18th Annual VES Awards Committee

Click here to sign up!

(VES Members must be logged in to access the sign-up form)


Screening - JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL (New Zealand)
When: Tue Dec 17, 2019 07:30pm to 09:33pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Sony Pictures’ JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 7:30PM


VES New Zealand Holiday Party 2019!
When: Sun Dec 15, 2019 01:00pm to 04:00pm NZDT

Be sure to login, then add yourself by clicking “+”. Then add your name and specify the number of guests.


Screening - MIDWAY (New Zealand)
When: Tue Dec 03, 2019 07:30pm to 09:48pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Lionsgate’s MIDWAY

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 7:30PM


Screening - FROZEN 2 in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Sun Dec 01, 2019 11:00am to 01:43pm UTC+13

VES Members and Their Families in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ FROZEN 2

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Sunday, December 1, 2019 (11AM snacks and fun! Film starts 12:00PM)


Screening - FORD V FERRARI (New Zealand)
When: Tue Nov 26, 2019 07:30pm to 10:02pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of 20th Century Fox’s FORD V FERRARI

Please RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP and see venue information)
Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 7:30PM


Screening - DOCTOR SLEEP (New Zealand)
When: Tue Nov 19, 2019 07:30pm to 10:03pm UTC+13

VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ DOCTOR SLEEP

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 7:30PM
(VES members must login in order to see venue information and RSVP.)


Screening - TERMINATOR: DARK FATE (New Zealand)
When: Tue Nov 12, 2019 08:00am to 05:00pm UTC+13

Screening - JOKER (New Zealand)
When: Tue Oct 08, 2019 07:30pm to 09:45pm NZDT

Screening - THE GOLDFINCH (New Zealand)
When: Tue Oct 01, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ THE GOLDFINCH

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - IT CHAPTER TWO (New Zealand)
When: Tue Sep 10, 2019 07:30pm to 10:30pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ IT CHAPTER TWO

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


VES Pool Night - Wellington.
When: Thu Sep 05, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT

VES Members and their guests are invited to a few friendly rounds of Pool at The Ballroom on Courtney Pl.

Join us from 7.30pm on Thursday 5th of September. Tables, Pizza and pool partners will be provided.

This is also a recruitment event so please invite your colleagues that have been thinking of joining the VES. The next membership round closes on Sept 15th, so they will have a week to get their applications together.


VES Pool Night - Wellington.
When: Thu Sep 05, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT

VES Members and their guests are invited to a few friendly rounds of Pool at The Ballroom on Courtney Pl.

Join us from 7.30pm on Thursday 5th of September. Tables, Pizza and pool partners will be provided.

This is also a recruitment event so please invite your colleagues that have been thinking of joining the VES. The next membership round closes on Sept 15th, so they will have a week to get their applications together.


Screening - ANGEL HAS FALLEN (New Zealand)
When: Tue Aug 27, 2019 07:30pm to 09:45pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Millenium Films’ ANGEL HAS FALLEN

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN (New Zealand)
When: Tue Aug 20, 2019 07:30pm to 09:45pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of 20th Century Fox’s THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - FAST & FURIOUS PRESENTS: HOBBS & SHAW (New Zealand)
When: Tue Aug 13, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ FAST & FURIOUS PRESENTS: HOBBS & SHAW

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - THE LION KING in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Jul 23, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ THE LION KING

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - GALAXY QUEST 20th Anniversary (New Zealand)
When: Thu Jul 18, 2019 07:30pm to 09:15pm PDT
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VES Members and Their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 20th Anniversary Screening of Paramount Pictures’ GALAXY QUEST

Please RSVP below
Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please e-mail nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - GALAXY QUEST 20th Anniversary (New Zealand)
When: Thu Jul 18, 2019 07:30pm to 09:15pm PDT
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VES Members and Their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 20th Anniversary Screening of Paramount Pictures’ GALAXY QUEST

Please RSVP below
Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please e-mail nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - STUBER (New Zealand)
When: Sat Jul 13, 2019 03:00pm to 04:45pm PDT
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VES Members and their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of 20th Century Fox’s STUBER

Please RSVP below
Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 3:00PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Please do not bring food or drink to this venue. Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted to events at Camperdown Cinema. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed with Weta Digital or Wingnut Films will not be admitted. Please be prepared to show VES or Weta ID if asked.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Jul 09, 2019 07:30pm to 09:45pm PDT
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VES Members and Their VES/Weta/Wingnut Affiliated Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Columbia Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Only VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests will be permitted. VES members who would like to bring VES/Weta/Wingnut affiliated guests to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(Additional seats are strictly for Weta affiliates. Guests who are not employed at weta Digital will not be admitted.)

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - GENERAL MAGIC w/ Q&A (New Zealand)
When: Thu Jul 04, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PDT

VES Members are Invited to a 3D Screening of GENERAL MAGIC.

There will no longer be any +1s available for this screening.

 

Please RSVP below
Saturday, July 4th, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - GENERAL MAGIC w/ Q&A (New Zealand)
When: Thu Jul 04, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PDT

VES Members are Invited to a 3D Screening of GENERAL MAGIC.

There will no longer be any +1s available for this screening.

 

Please RSVP below
Saturday, July 4th, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.

 


Screening - TOY STORY 4 in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Sat Jun 29, 2019 03:00pm to 04:45pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Families in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Disney•Pixar’s TOY STORY 4

Please RSVP below
Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 3:00PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Jun 25, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Columbia Pictures’ MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


TEQ TALKS! (New Zealand)
When: Thu Jun 20, 2019 07:00pm to 10:00pm PDT
TEQ TALKS!
 
A series of fascinating short talks by local artists, innovators, and interesting people about the stuff they’re passionate about.
presented by 
The Visual Effects Society of NZ & MCC Victoria University
in association with 
 
VES Members RSVP HERE
NON-VES Members email RSVP to: rsvp.ves.nz@gmail.com
 
 
7.00pm-10.00pm
20 June 2019
Victoria University of Wellington Miramar Creative Centre
133 Park Rd
Miramar, Wellington 6022

 
 
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TEQ TALKS! (New Zealand)
When: Thu Jun 20, 2019 07:00pm to 10:00pm PDT
TEQ TALKS!
 
A series of fascinating short talks by local artists, innovators, and interesting people about the stuff they’re passionate about.
presented by 
The Visual Effects Society of NZ & MCC Victoria University
in association with 
 
VES Members RSVP HERE
NON-VES Members email RSVP to: rsvp.ves.nz@gmail.com
 
 
7.00pm-10.00pm
20 June 2019
Victoria University of Wellington Miramar Creative Centre
133 Park Rd
Miramar, Wellington 6022

 
 
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VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3 - WORLDWIDE (via ZOOM)
When: Wed Jun 12, 2019 08:00pm to 11:45pm PDT
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The VES Germany proudly present

VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3

 

June 12th – 8:00PM CEST

REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK (at 7:30PM)

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VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3
When: Wed Jun 12, 2019 07:00pm to 11:45pm PDT
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The VES Germany proudly presents

VES MEGABRAIN Masterclass Vol.3

June 12th – doors open 7:00PM (CEST)
and there will be beer and pizza!

ZOOM stream starts at 7:30PM (CEST)
Masterclass starts at 
8:00PM (CEST)

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The VES invites you to our 3rd MEGABRAIN Masterclass where you can learn and share your knowledge with colleagues in the VFX industry. The idea is not to simply present show reels – but to teach actual techniques that help every artist to improve their skillset. This event will take place on June 12th 7:00PM at multiple locations and will also be streamed via ZOOM.
 
RSVP for your specific location on the appropriate event pages please:
 
This event is kindly supported by
and
 
Topics will be:
 
Live from Ludwigsburg
Efficient facial rigging tools for emotionally believable digital humans
presented by Volker Helzle – Head of Research & Development at Filmakademie
 
Live from Munich
Using Machine-learning to classify a VFX Elements Library
presented by Jonas Kluger – Pipeline TD at ARRI
 
Live from Berlin
Camera Technology: Sensors, Noise Properties, and Raw Processing
presented by Charles Poynton, PhD
 
 
We are overbooking to compensate for no-shows.
Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis.
An RSVP does not guarantee seating.
VES-Members and their registered guests only (except for Ludwigsburg and Cologne). No admission without registration – also at the streaming locations!
 
The event will also be recorded for everyone who can’t make it.
The event will be streamed live from (and to) Berlin, Munich, Stuttgart and Ludwigsburg. For the first time we also provide direct access to the ZOOM stream for ALL VES MEMBERS around the world!
 
VES Germany is a proud Partner of the FMX Conference in Stuttgart.

 


Screening - X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Jun 11, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of 20th Century Fox’s and Marvel Studios’ DARK PHOENIX

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - ROCKETMAN (New Zealand)
When: Tue Jun 04, 2019 07:30pm to 09:45pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ ROCKETMAN

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Sat Jun 01, 2019 03:00pm to 04:45pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Families in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ and Illumination Entertainment’s THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2

Please RSVP below
Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 3:00PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - BRIGHTBURN (New Zealand)
When: Tue May 28, 2019 07:30pm to 09:00pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Screen Gems’ and Sony Pictures Entertainment’s BRIGHTBURN

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - POKEMON: DETECTIVE PIKACHU in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Sat May 18, 2019 03:00pm to 04:45pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Entertainment’s POKEMON: DETECTIVE PIKACHU

Please RSVP below
Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 3:00PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


FMX 2019 VES Members Meeting
When: Wed May 01, 2019 05:00pm to 05:00pm PDT
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This is the third annual VES Germany Members Meeting

at

FMX 2019

 

Haus der Wirtschaft

Logo Restaurant

 

Willi-Bleicher-Straße 19

70174 Stuttgart

 

The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the FMX venue “Haus der Wirtschaft” when entering to your left.

Drinks and food and friends are waiting for you!

 

Date: 1st May 2019
Time: 17:00

 

See you there!


FMX 2019 VES Members Meeting
When: Wed May 01, 2019 05:00pm to 05:00pm PDT
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This is the third annual VES Germany Members Meeting

at

FMX 2019

 

Haus der Wirtschaft

Logo Restaurant

 

Willi-Bleicher-Straße 19

70174 Stuttgart

 

The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the FMX venue “Haus der Wirtschaft” when entering to your left.

Drinks and food and friends are waiting for you!

 

Date: 1st May 2019
Time: 17:00

 

See you there!


Screening - AVENGERS: ENDGAME in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Apr 30, 2019 07:30pm to 10:45pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - PET SEMATARY (New Zealand)
When: Tue Apr 16, 2019 07:30pm to 09:15pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Paramount Pictures’ PET SEMATARY

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - DUMBO in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Apr 02, 2019 07:30pm to 09:15pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ DUMBO

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - CAPTAIN MARVEL in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Wed Mar 13, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PDT
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ and Marvel Studios’ CAPTAIN MARVEL

Please RSVP below
Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Screening - HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Wed Mar 06, 2019 07:30pm to 09:15pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of DreamWorks Animation’s and Universal Pictures’ HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD

Please RSVP below
Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


NZ Awards Celebration and Recruitment Drinks
When: Thu Feb 28, 2019 07:00pm to 07:00pm PST

The VES NZ Section invite you to join us in celebrating the 17th VES Awards results. 

Congratulations to all the NZ VES members involved in the wins for Avengers Infinity War, Mortal Engines and Childish Gambino’s Pharos experience

View the results, photos and stream video of the ceremony here

 

This is a great chance to catch up with friends/colleagues, and celebrate the achievements of your peers.

VES members are actively encouraged to attend. If you have colleagues who have been thinking about becoming a VES member, bring them along! We’ll have board members available on the night to help anyone apply on the spot or just answer your questions.

The next membership application cutoff date is March 15th.  –   Apply HERE

 

Location: Double Vision Brewing, 128A, Park Rd, Miramar, Wellington 6022

Date: Thursday Febuary 28th Time: 7pm to 9:30pm

What to expect:

  • Nibbles from the Wilson BBQ food truck
  • A healthy bar tab

Please RSVP Here


Screening - ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Wed Feb 27, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of 20th Century Fox’s ALITA: BATTLE ANGEL

Please RSVP below
Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Industry screening of Academy Award nominated MARY POPPINS RETURNS: Wellington, Mon 4 Feb 6pm
When: Mon Feb 04, 2019 06:00pm to 06:00pm PST
On behalf of Disney we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a special advance screening of Rob Marshall’s 
 
When: Monday 4 February, 2019  

Time: 6pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington – Cinema 2
 
Mary Poppins Returns has received the following Academy Award nominations
  • Best Production Design – Production Design by John Myhre and Set Decoration by Gordon Sim
  • Best Costume Design – Sandy Powell 
  • Best Original Score – Marc Shaiman
  • Best Original Song – The Place Where Lost Things Go – Music by Marc Shaiman; Lyric by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 

 

Synopsis: In Disney’s MARY POPPINS RETURNS an all new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt (A Quiet Place, The Girl on the Train) stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Moana) plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London. The film also stars Ben Whishaw (Spectre) as Michael Banks; Emily Mortimer (Hugo) as Jane Banks; Julie Walters (Harry Potter films) as the Banks’ housekeeper Ellen; Pixie Davies, Nathanael Saleh and introducing Joel Dawson as the Banks’ children, with Colin Firth (The King’s Speech) as Fidelity Fiduciary Bank’s William Weatherall Wilkins; and Meryl Streep (Florence Foster Jenkins) as Mary’s eccentric cousin, Topsy. Angela Lansbury appears as the Balloon Lady, a treasured character from the PL Travers books and Dick Van Dyke is Mr. Dawes, Jr., the retired chairman of the bank now run by Firth’s character.
 
MARY POPPINS RETURNS is directed by Rob Marshall (Into the Woods, Chicago) from a screenplay by David Magee (Life of Pi) and the screen story is by Magee, Rob Marshall & John DeLuca (Into the Woods) based upon the Mary Poppins Stories by PL Travers. The music score is by Marc Shaiman (Hairspray) and the film features all new original songs with music by Shaiman and lyrics by Scott Wittman (Smash) and Shaiman. Cinematography is by Dion Beebe.
 

Duration: 130 minutes  
 
 

 


Screening - WELCOME TO MARWEN (New Zealand)
When: Wed Jan 30, 2019 07:30pm to 09:30pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a Screening of Universal Pictures’ WELCOME TO MARWEN

Please RSVP below
Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


RESCHEDULED - NZ Nominations Celebration
When: Fri Jan 25, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST

WE’VE NOW RESCHEDULED THIS FOR FRIDAY, 25th January!

 

 

 

Come on down to the VES NZ Section Nominations Celebration!

 

After a long weekend of nominations judging the results are in!

Congratulations to all 2019 VES awards nominees and a huge thankyou to all our NZ based judges.

 

The VES NZ Section invite you to join us in celebrating the 2019 VES awards nominations.

 

This is a great chance to catch up with friends/colleagues, and celebrate the achievements of your peers.

 

If you are a VES member, or nominee or have been thinking about becoming a VES member, come along! We’ll have board members available on the night to help anyone apply on the spot or just answer your questions. Come for a drink and say Hi!

 

 

The next membership application cutoff date is March 15th.  –   Apply HERE

 

Location: Gasworks, Miramar

 

Date: Friday January 25th

Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm

 

RSVP Please

 

 

What to expect:

Nibbles

A healthy bar tab

 

  

 

 


RESCHEDULED - NZ Nominations Celebration
When: Fri Jan 25, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST

WE’VE NOW RESCHEDULED THIS FOR FRIDAY, 25th January!

 

 

 

Come on down to the VES NZ Section Nominations Celebration!

 

After a long weekend of nominations judging the results are in!

Congratulations to all 2019 VES awards nominees and a huge thankyou to all our NZ based judges.

 

The VES NZ Section invite you to join us in celebrating the 2019 VES awards nominations.

 

This is a great chance to catch up with friends/colleagues, and celebrate the achievements of your peers.

 

If you are a VES member, or nominee or have been thinking about becoming a VES member, come along! We’ll have board members available on the night to help anyone apply on the spot or just answer your questions. Come for a drink and say Hi!

 

 

The next membership application cutoff date is March 15th.  –   Apply HERE

 

Location: Gasworks, Miramar

 

Date: Friday January 25th

Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm

 

RSVP Please

 

 

What to expect:

Nibbles

A healthy bar tab

 

  

 

 


Screening - AQUAMAN in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Wed Jan 23, 2019 07:30pm to 10:00pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ AQUAMAN

Please RSVP below
Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


CANCELLED- NZ Nominations Celebration
When: Fri Jan 18, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST

THERE HAS BEEN A MECHANICAL FAILURE AT THE VENUE RESULTING IN THE IMMEDIATE CANCELLATION OF THIS EVENT. A REPLACEMENT EVENT WILL BE ORGANISED AT THE EARLIEST OPPORTUNITY. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.

 

 

 

Come on down to the VES NZ Section Nominations Celebration!

 

After a long weekend of nominations judging the results are in!

Congratulations to all 2019 VES awards nominees and a huge thankyou to all our NZ based judges.

 

The VES NZ Section invite you to join us in celebrating the 2019 VES awards nominations.

 

This is a great chance to catch up with friends/colleagues, and celebrate the achievements of your peers.

 

If you are a VES member, or nominee or have been thinking about becoming a VES member, come along! We’ll have board members available on the night to help anyone apply on the spot or just answer your questions. Come for a drink and say Hi!

 

 

The next membership application cutoff date is March 15th.  –   Apply HERE

 

Location: Gasworks, Miramar  – postponed

 

Date: Friday January 18th – postponed

Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm – postponed

 

RSVP Please

 

 

What to expect:

Nibbles

A healthy bar tab

 

  

 

 


CANCELLED- NZ Nominations Celebration
When: Fri Jan 18, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST

THERE HAS BEEN A MECHANICAL FAILURE AT THE VENUE RESULTING IN THE IMMEDIATE CANCELLATION OF THIS EVENT. A REPLACEMENT EVENT WILL BE ORGANISED AT THE EARLIEST OPPORTUNITY. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.

 

 

 

Come on down to the VES NZ Section Nominations Celebration!

 

After a long weekend of nominations judging the results are in!

Congratulations to all 2019 VES awards nominees and a huge thankyou to all our NZ based judges.

 

The VES NZ Section invite you to join us in celebrating the 2019 VES awards nominations.

 

This is a great chance to catch up with friends/colleagues, and celebrate the achievements of your peers.

 

If you are a VES member, or nominee or have been thinking about becoming a VES member, come along! We’ll have board members available on the night to help anyone apply on the spot or just answer your questions. Come for a drink and say Hi!

 

 

The next membership application cutoff date is March 15th.  –   Apply HERE

 

Location: Gasworks, Miramar  – postponed

 

Date: Friday January 18th – postponed

Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm – postponed

 

RSVP Please

 

 

What to expect:

Nibbles

A healthy bar tab

 

  

 

 


Special Screening- The Sisters Brothers- Wellington
When: Sun Jan 13, 2019 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and local distributor Fox Universal we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry preview screening of Jacques Audiard’s, The Sisters Brothers – winner of the Silver Lion Best Director at Venice. 
 
When: Sunday 13 January 2019
Time: 10.30am
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (cinema 2)
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE
 
 
Synopsis: From director Jacques Audiard, and based on the novel by Patrick deWittThe Sisters Brothers is a reimagining of the cinematic Western.

It is 1851, and Charlie and Eli Sisters (Joaquin Phoenix and John C. Reilly) are both brothers and assassins, boys grown to men in a savage and hostile world as guns for hire. Eli rides hard with his younger sibling Charlie, yet dares to dream of a normal life. But the hard-drinking Charlie has taken charge with gusto as lead man on the duo’s assignments. Each increasingly questions, and quibbles with, the other’s methods as they embark on a journey that will test the deadly family ties that bind.

Also starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Riz Ahmed, The Sisters Brothers features an adapted screenplay by Jacques Audiard and Thomas Bidegain based on the novel of the same name.

Duration: 121 minutes

 
 

Special Screening - Destroyer- Wellington
When: Wed Jan 09, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor Madman Entertainment we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
 
When: Wednesday 9 January  

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (cinema 2) 
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
Destroyer has received the following Golden Globe nomination
  • Best Actress – Nicole Kidman  

Synopsis: DESTROYER follows the moral and existential odyssey of LAPD detective Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) who, as a young cop, was placed undercover with a gang in the California desert with tragic results. When the leader of that gang re-emerges many years later, she must work her way back through the remaining members and into her own history with them to finally reckon with the demons that destroyed her past.  
 
Directed by Karyn Kusama from a screenplay by Phil Hay & Matt ManfrediDESTROYER stars Nicole Kidman, Bradley Whitford, Tatiana Maslany and Sebastian Stan.
 
Duration: 120 minutes 
 
Madman Entertainment is releasing the film nationally on 7th March 2019. 
 
 

 


Special Screening - Destroyer- Wellington
When: Wed Jan 09, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor Madman Entertainment we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
 
When: Wednesday 9 January  

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (cinema 2) 
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
Destroyer has received the following Golden Globe nomination
  • Best Actress – Nicole Kidman  

Synopsis: DESTROYER follows the moral and existential odyssey of LAPD detective Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) who, as a young cop, was placed undercover with a gang in the California desert with tragic results. When the leader of that gang re-emerges many years later, she must work her way back through the remaining members and into her own history with them to finally reckon with the demons that destroyed her past.  
 
Directed by Karyn Kusama from a screenplay by Phil Hay & Matt ManfrediDESTROYER stars Nicole Kidman, Bradley Whitford, Tatiana Maslany and Sebastian Stan.
 
Duration: 120 minutes 
 
Madman Entertainment is releasing the film nationally on 7th March 2019. 
 
 

 


Special Screening - If Beale Street Could Talk- Wellington
When: Mon Jan 07, 2019 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
When: Monday 7th January   

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:  
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (cinema 2) 
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: Based on the acclaimed novel by James Baldwin, IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK is the story of Tish, a newly engaged Harlem woman who races against the clock to prove her lover’s innocence while carrying their first-born child. It is a celebration of love told through the story of a young couple, their families and their lives, trying to bring about justice through love, for love and the promise of the American dream.  
 
Adapted for the screen and directed by Barry Jenkins (Moonlight)IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK stars KiKi Layne as “Tish” and Stephan James as “Fonny”. 
 
Duration: 117 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 7 March 2019
 
 

 


Special Screening - Roma - CANCELLED
When: Sun Jan 06, 2019 10:30am to 10:30am PST
DUE TO THE URGENT CLOSURE OF THE READING CINEMA DUE TO EARTHQUAKE RISKS THIS SCREENING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
 
On behalf of Netflix, we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of ROMA. 
 
The most personal project to date from Academy Award®-winning director and writer Alfonso Cuarón (Children of Men, Y Tu Mama Tambien), ROMA follows Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), a young domestic worker for a family in the middle-class neighborhood of Roma in Mexico City. Delivering an artful love letter to the women who raised him, Cuarón draws on his own childhood to create a vivid and emotional portrait of domestic strife and social hierarchy amidst political turmoil of the 1970s. 
When: Sunday 6 January, 2019 
Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable)

 
Duration: 135 minutes 

 


Special Screening - Roma - CANCELLED
When: Sun Jan 06, 2019 10:30am to 10:30am PST
DUE TO THE URGENT CLOSURE OF THE READING CINEMA DUE TO EARTHQUAKE RISKS THIS SCREENING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
 
On behalf of Netflix, we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of ROMA. 
 
The most personal project to date from Academy Award®-winning director and writer Alfonso Cuarón (Children of Men, Y Tu Mama Tambien), ROMA follows Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), a young domestic worker for a family in the middle-class neighborhood of Roma in Mexico City. Delivering an artful love letter to the women who raised him, Cuarón draws on his own childhood to create a vivid and emotional portrait of domestic strife and social hierarchy amidst political turmoil of the 1970s. 
When: Sunday 6 January, 2019 
Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable)

 
Duration: 135 minutes 

 


Special Screening - First Man - Wellington
When: Fri Jan 04, 2019 10:30am to 10:30am PST

On behalf of Universal Pictures International, we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of Damien Chazelle’s First Man

When: Friday 4 January, 2019

Time: 10.30am 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable)  
 
First Man has received the following Golden Globe nominations
  • Best Supporting Actress – Claire Foy 
  • Best Original Score – Justin Hurwitz

Synopsis:  On the heels of their six-time Academy Award®-winning smash, La La Land, Oscar®-winning director Damien Chazelle and star Ryan Gosling reteam for Universal Pictures’ First Man, the riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight.  A visceral and intimate account told from Armstrong’s perspective, based on the book by James R. Hansen, the film explores the triumphs and the cost—on Armstrong, his family, his colleagues and the nation itself—of one of the most dangerous missions in history.

The cast includes Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke and Kyle Chandler.

Written by Academy Award® winner Josh Singer (SpotlightThe Post), the epic drama of leading under the pressure of grace and tragedy is produced by Wyck Godfrey & Marty Bowen (The Twilight SagaThe Fault in Our Stars) through their Temple Hill Entertainment banner, alongside Isaac Klausner (Love, Simon) and Chazelle.  Steven Spielberg, Adam Merims and Singer executive produce.

Running time: 141 minutes
 
Universal Pictures International released the film nationally on 11th October 2018.
 

Special Screening-Black Klansman- Wellington
When: Sun Dec 30, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of the ANZ distributor Universal Pictures International and Focus Features we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of Spike Lee’s 
When: Sunday 30th December 
Time: 10am
Location:
 

Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington – Cinema 2

 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
BlacKkKlansman has received the following Golden Globe nominations
  • Best Motion Picture – Drama
  • Best Director – Spike Lee 
  • Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama – John David Washington
  • Supporting Actor in any Motion Picture – Adam Driver 
And Screen Actors Guild nominations: 
  • Cast in a Motion Picture
  • Male Actor in a Leading Role – John David Washington
  • Male Actor in a Supporting Role – Adam Driver
Synopsis: From filmmaker Spike Lee comes the true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (John David Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. The young detective soon recruits a more seasoned colleague, Flip Zimmerman (Adam Driver), into the undercover investigation of a lifetime. Together, they team up to take down the extremist hate group as the organization aims to sanitize its violent rhetoric to appeal to the mainstream. The film also stars Laura Harrier and Topher Grace as David Duke.
 
Duration: 135 mins.
 
Universal Pictures International released the film nationally on 16th August.
 

Special Screening-Shirkers-Wellington
When: Fri Dec 28, 2018 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of the documentary feature
When: Friday 28 December

Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
 

Synopsis: An inspired labor of love for zine-making teens Sandi Tan, Jasmine Ng and Sophie Siddique, SHIRKERS was a Singapore-made 1992 cult classic—or it would have been, had the 16mm footage not been stolen by their enigmatic American collaborator Georges Cardona, who disappeared. More than two decades later, Tan, now a novelist in L.A., returns to the country of her youth and to the memories of a man who both enabled and thwarted her dreams. Magically, too, she returns to the film itself, revived in a way she never could have imagined.

Directed by Sandi Tan, SHIRKERS won the 2018 Sundance Film Festival World Cinema Documentary Directing Award.

 
Duration: 96 minutes 
 

 


Special Screening-Shirkers-Wellington
When: Fri Dec 28, 2018 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of the documentary feature
When: Friday 28 December

Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
 

Synopsis: An inspired labor of love for zine-making teens Sandi Tan, Jasmine Ng and Sophie Siddique, SHIRKERS was a Singapore-made 1992 cult classic—or it would have been, had the 16mm footage not been stolen by their enigmatic American collaborator Georges Cardona, who disappeared. More than two decades later, Tan, now a novelist in L.A., returns to the country of her youth and to the memories of a man who both enabled and thwarted her dreams. Magically, too, she returns to the film itself, revived in a way she never could have imagined.

Directed by Sandi Tan, SHIRKERS won the 2018 Sundance Film Festival World Cinema Documentary Directing Award.

 
Duration: 96 minutes 
 

 


Special Screening-Black Panther-Wellington
When: Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:15am to 10:15am PST
On behalf of Disney we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a special industry screening of the critically acclaimed international box office hit 
When: Sunday 23 December  

Time: 10.15am start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
** Please note: the film must start at 10.15am **
 
 
To view the Film Society of Lincoln Centre Q&A with Ryan Coogler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbEKRHR2JMQ

 

Synopsis: BLACK PANTHER is director Ryan Coogler’s take on a modern African hero and a utopian vision of what an uncolonized Africa might look like. The film explores the conflict between two powerful men, one African and one African-American, who are mirror images of each other, each grappling with his own history, home and very identity.  When Prince T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) becomes king of the hidden, technologically advanced kingdom Wakanda, he is forced to defend his throne against rogue mercenary Erik Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan).  Wakanda is also alive with strong, intelligent women—from Wakanda’s elite all-female security force, led by Okoye (Danai Gurira), to the international spy Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o), to T’Challa’s tech-savvy sister (Letitia Wright) and mother (Angela Bassett)—who are portrayed as equals to the men they protect and advise.
 
Duration: 134 minutes 
 

 


Special Second Screening-Mary Poppins-Wellington
When: Sat Dec 22, 2018 03:00pm to 03:00pm PST
On behalf of Disney we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a special advance screening of Rob Marshall’s 
 
When: Saturday 22 December  

Time: 3pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington – Cinema 1 
 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 

 

Synopsis: In Disney’s MARY POPPINS RETURNS an all new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt (A Quiet Place, The Girl on the Train) stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Moana) plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London. The film also stars Ben Whishaw (Spectre) as Michael Banks; Emily Mortimer (Hugo) as Jane Banks; Julie Walters (Harry Potter films) as the Banks’ housekeeper Ellen; Pixie Davies, Nathanael Saleh and introducing Joel Dawson as the Banks’ children, with Colin Firth (The King’s Speech) as Fidelity Fiduciary Bank’s William Weatherall Wilkins; and Meryl Streep (Florence Foster Jenkins) as Mary’s eccentric cousin, Topsy. Angela Lansbury appears as the Balloon Lady, a treasured character from the PL Travers books and Dick Van Dyke is Mr. Dawes, Jr., the retired chairman of the bank now run by Firth’s character.
 
MARY POPPINS RETURNS is directed by Rob Marshall (Into the Woods, Chicago) from a screenplay by David Magee (Life of Pi) and the screen story is by Magee, Rob Marshall & John DeLuca (Into the Woods) based upon the Mary Poppins Stories by PL Travers. The music score is by Marc Shaiman (Hairspray) and the film features all new original songs with music by Shaiman and lyrics by Scott Wittman (Smash) and Shaiman. Cinematography is by Dion Beebe.
 

Duration: 130 minutes  
 
Disney is releasing the film nationally on 1 January 2019.
 

 


Special Public Screening-Mary Poppins-Wellington
When: Wed Dec 19, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Disney we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a special advance screening of Rob Marshall’s 
 
When: Wednesday 19 December  

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location: The Embassy Event Cinemas, 10 Kent Street, Wellington 
 
Please note: This is a ticketed commercial event and seating is limited. Celia will provide tickets if they are available (See second Screening option email).
 
RSVP is essential to: ENQUIRE HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) and pending availability, we will book and email you with the tickets. 

 

 

Synopsis: In Disney’s MARY POPPINS RETURNS an all new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt (A Quiet Place, The Girl on the Train) stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, Moana) plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London. The film also stars Ben Whishaw (Spectre) as Michael Banks; Emily Mortimer (Hugo) as Jane Banks; Julie Walters (Harry Potter films) as the Banks’ housekeeper Ellen; Pixie Davies, Nathanael Saleh and introducing Joel Dawson as the Banks’ children, with Colin Firth (The King’s Speech) as Fidelity Fiduciary Bank’s William Weatherall Wilkins; and Meryl Streep (Florence Foster Jenkins) as Mary’s eccentric cousin, Topsy. Angela Lansbury appears as the Balloon Lady, a treasured character from the PL Travers books and Dick Van Dyke is Mr. Dawes, Jr., the retired chairman of the bank now run by Firth’s character.
 
MARY POPPINS RETURNS is directed by Rob Marshall (Into the Woods, Chicago) from a screenplay by David Magee (Life of Pi) and the screen story is by Magee, Rob Marshall & John DeLuca (Into the Woods) based upon the Mary Poppins Stories by PL Travers. The music score is by Marc Shaiman (Hairspray) and the film features all new original songs with music by Shaiman and lyrics by Scott Wittman (Smash) and Shaiman. Cinematography is by Dion Beebe.
 

Duration: 130 minutes  
 

 


Screening - SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Tue Dec 18, 2018 07:30pm to 09:30pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Sony Pictures Animation’s SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Special Screening-Mary Queen of Scots-Wellington
When: Sun Dec 16, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of Focus Features and ANZ distributor Universal Pictures we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Sunday 16th December 

Time: 10am start 
Location: Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: Mary Queen of Scots explores the turbulent life of Mary Stuart (Saoirse Ronan). Queen of France at 16 and widowed at 18, Mary defies pressure to remarry. Instead, she returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. Upon her return, Elizabeth I (Margot Robbie) is England’s Protestant Queen, but Mary is a Catholic.  Rivals in power and in love, and female monarchs in a masculine world, the two must decide how to play the game of marriage versus independence. Determined to rule as much more than a figurehead, Mary asserts her claim to the English throne, threatening Elizabeth’s sovereignty. Betrayal, rebellion, and conspiracies within each court imperil both thrones – and change the course of history.
 
Directed by Josie Rourke, the screenplay is by Beau Willimon, based on the book Queen of Scots: The True Life of Mary Stuart by John Guy. Producers are Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner and Debra Hayward.
 
Duration: 124 minutes 
 
Universal Pictures is releasing the film nationally on 17 January 2019.
 
 

 


Special Screening-Mary Queen of Scots-Wellington
When: Sun Dec 16, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of Focus Features and ANZ distributor Universal Pictures we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Sunday 16th December 

Time: 10am start 
Location: Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: Mary Queen of Scots explores the turbulent life of Mary Stuart (Saoirse Ronan). Queen of France at 16 and widowed at 18, Mary defies pressure to remarry. Instead, she returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. Upon her return, Elizabeth I (Margot Robbie) is England’s Protestant Queen, but Mary is a Catholic.  Rivals in power and in love, and female monarchs in a masculine world, the two must decide how to play the game of marriage versus independence. Determined to rule as much more than a figurehead, Mary asserts her claim to the English throne, threatening Elizabeth’s sovereignty. Betrayal, rebellion, and conspiracies within each court imperil both thrones – and change the course of history.
 
Directed by Josie Rourke, the screenplay is by Beau Willimon, based on the book Queen of Scots: The True Life of Mary Stuart by John Guy. Producers are Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner and Debra Hayward.
 
Duration: 124 minutes 
 
Universal Pictures is releasing the film nationally on 17 January 2019.
 
 

 


Special Screening - Roma - Wellington
When: Wed Dec 12, 2018 05:00pm to 05:00pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see ROMA played in 4K projection with Dolby ATMOS as the film was intended to be seen. 
 
This screening is made possible by the generous participation of Park Road Post Production
 
The most personal project to date from Academy Award®-winning director and writer Alfonso Cuarón (Children of Men, Y Tu Mama Tambien), ROMA follows Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), a young domestic worker for a family in the middle-class neighborhood of Roma in Mexico City. Delivering an artful love letter to the women who raised him, Cuarón draws on his own childhood to create a vivid and emotional portrait of domestic strife and social hierarchy amidst political turmoil of the 1970s. 
 
Cuarón’s first project since the groundbreaking Gravity in 2013, ROMA will be available on Netflix later this year.
When: Wednesday 12th December  
Time: 5.00pm start
Location: Park Road Post Production, 141 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington 
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable)
 
 
Duration: 135 minutes 
 
 

 


Special Screening - Cold War- Wellington
When: Mon Dec 10, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Amazon Studios and ANZ distributor Palace Films we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
When: Monday 10th December 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
 

Synopsis: Cold War is a passionate love story between a man and a woman who meet in the ruins of post-war Poland. With vastly different backgrounds and temperaments, they are fatefully mismatched and yet condemned to each other. Set against the background of the Cold War in 1950s Poland, Berlin, Yugoslavia and Paris, it’s the tale of a couple separated by politics, character flaws and unfortunate twists of fate — an impossible love story in impossible times.

Cold War earned Pawel Pawlikowski the Best Director award at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Pawlikowski’s previous film, Ida, was a global success, winning the Oscar® and BAFTA foreign-language film awards as well as five European Film Awards including Best European film, Director and Screenplay. His other feature credits include My Summer of Love and Last Resort.

 
Duration: 88 minutes  
 
Palace Films is releasing the film nationally on 3rd January 2019
 

 


Special Screening - Cold War- Wellington
When: Mon Dec 10, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Amazon Studios and ANZ distributor Palace Films we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
When: Monday 10th December 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
 

Synopsis: Cold War is a passionate love story between a man and a woman who meet in the ruins of post-war Poland. With vastly different backgrounds and temperaments, they are fatefully mismatched and yet condemned to each other. Set against the background of the Cold War in 1950s Poland, Berlin, Yugoslavia and Paris, it’s the tale of a couple separated by politics, character flaws and unfortunate twists of fate — an impossible love story in impossible times.

Cold War earned Pawel Pawlikowski the Best Director award at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Pawlikowski’s previous film, Ida, was a global success, winning the Oscar® and BAFTA foreign-language film awards as well as five European Film Awards including Best European film, Director and Screenplay. His other feature credits include My Summer of Love and Last Resort.

 
Duration: 88 minutes  
 
Palace Films is releasing the film nationally on 3rd January 2019
 

 


New Zealand VES Holiday Party 2018
When: Sun Dec 09, 2018 04:30pm to 06:30pm PST

Announcing the New Zealand VES Holiday Party 2018

 

SIGN UPS FOR THIS EVENT ARE CLOSED

 

Members! Bring your partner and your kids to the Seatoun RSA on December 9th from 4:30 to 6:30pm for bowls, catered taco snacks from “Taco Addicts”, games, and drinks from the fully licensed bar! There’s plenty of fun to go around! A kids tv room is available with child-friendly content to entertain the little ones. Children are welcome to join in bowls but under 16s are not permitted to use the billiard/pool table or darts.

RSVP essential.

 

Members are allowed to bring a guest. Additional rsvp spaces are intended for use by children. 

Seatoun RSA
16 Dundas Street
Seatoun
04 388 9520

http://seatounbowls.co.nz/

 

 

 


New Zealand VES Holiday Party 2018
When: Sun Dec 09, 2018 04:30pm to 06:30pm PST

Announcing the New Zealand VES Holiday Party 2018

 

SIGN UPS FOR THIS EVENT ARE CLOSED

 

Members! Bring your partner and your kids to the Seatoun RSA on December 9th from 4:30 to 6:30pm for bowls, catered taco snacks from “Taco Addicts”, games, and drinks from the fully licensed bar! There’s plenty of fun to go around! A kids tv room is available with child-friendly content to entertain the little ones. Children are welcome to join in bowls but under 16s are not permitted to use the billiard/pool table or darts.

RSVP essential.

 

Members are allowed to bring a guest. Additional rsvp spaces are intended for use by children. 

Seatoun RSA
16 Dundas Street
Seatoun
04 388 9520

http://seatounbowls.co.nz/

 

 

 


Special Screening - Destroyer - Wellington
When: Sun Dec 09, 2018 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor Madman Entertainment we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
When: Sunday 9 December 

Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
Please note that this is a security screening and mobile devices will be bagged and tagged. 
The screening must start promptly at 10.30am, and attendance is on the basis of acceptance of a complete media embargo on any platform. 

Synopsis: DESTROYER follows the moral and existential odyssey of LAPD detective Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) who, as a young cop, was placed undercover with a gang in the California desert with tragic results. When the leader of that gang re-emerges many years later, she must work her way back through the remaining members and into her own history with them to finally reckon with the demons that destroyed her past.  
 
Directed by Karyn Kusama from a screenplay by Phil Hay & Matt ManfrediDESTROYER stars Nicole Kidman, Bradley Whitford, Tatiana Maslany and Sebastian Stan.
 
Duration: 120 minutes 
 
Madman Entertainment is releasing the film nationally in 2019.
 
 

 


Special Screening - Destroyer - Wellington
When: Sun Dec 09, 2018 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor Madman Entertainment we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
When: Sunday 9 December 

Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Reading Courtenay Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
Please note that this is a security screening and mobile devices will be bagged and tagged. 
The screening must start promptly at 10.30am, and attendance is on the basis of acceptance of a complete media embargo on any platform. 

Synopsis: DESTROYER follows the moral and existential odyssey of LAPD detective Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) who, as a young cop, was placed undercover with a gang in the California desert with tragic results. When the leader of that gang re-emerges many years later, she must work her way back through the remaining members and into her own history with them to finally reckon with the demons that destroyed her past.  
 
Directed by Karyn Kusama from a screenplay by Phil Hay & Matt ManfrediDESTROYER stars Nicole Kidman, Bradley Whitford, Tatiana Maslany and Sebastian Stan.
 
Duration: 120 minutes 
 
Madman Entertainment is releasing the film nationally in 2019.
 
 

 


Special Screening - On the basis of Sex - Auckland
When: Wed Dec 05, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Focus Features and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 

When: Wednesday 5th December 
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1

 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: This will be a full security screening. Please allow time for cloaking of all mobile devices. The film must start promptly at 6.30pm. 
 
 

Synopsis: On the Basis of Sex is inspired by the true story of the young Ruth Bader Ginsburg­, a new mother and an attorney struggling in a field dominated by men.  The film details the early days of her fight for equal rights for women.  When Ruth (Felicity Jones) takes on a groundbreaking case with her husband Marty (Armie Hammer), she knows it could forever change the way the courts and the United States view gender discrimination.  The film also chronicles the storybook-like romance between Ruth and Marty, a partnership that succeeded both personally and professionally.  
 
Directed by Mimi Leder and written by Daniel StieplemanOn the Basis of Sex also co-stars Justin Theroux, Kathy Bates, Sam Waterston, Jack Reynor, and Cailee Spaeny.  Produced by Robert Cort, p.g.a. and Jonathan King, p.g.a. 
 
Duration: 120 minutes 

 


Special Screening - On the basis of Sex - Wellington
When: Wed Dec 05, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Focus Features and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Wednesday 5th December 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (cinema 2) 

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: This will be a full security screening. Please allow time for cloaking of all mobile devices. The film must start promptly at 6.30pm. 
 
 

Synopsis: On the Basis of Sex is inspired by the true story of the young Ruth Bader Ginsburg­, a new mother and an attorney struggling in a field dominated by men.  The film details the early days of her fight for equal rights for women.  When Ruth (Felicity Jones) takes on a groundbreaking case with her husband Marty (Armie Hammer), she knows it could forever change the way the courts and the United States view gender discrimination.  The film also chronicles the storybook-like romance between Ruth and Marty, a partnership that succeeded both personally and professionally.  
 
Directed by Mimi Leder and written by Daniel StieplemanOn the Basis of Sex also co-stars Justin Theroux, Kathy Bates, Sam Waterston, Jack Reynor, and Cailee Spaeny.  Produced by Robert Cort, p.g.a. and Jonathan King, p.g.a. 
 
Duration: 120 minutes 
 
 

 


Special Screening - On the basis of Sex - Auckland
When: Wed Dec 05, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Focus Features and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 

When: Wednesday 5th December 
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1

 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: This will be a full security screening. Please allow time for cloaking of all mobile devices. The film must start promptly at 6.30pm. 
 
 

Synopsis: On the Basis of Sex is inspired by the true story of the young Ruth Bader Ginsburg­, a new mother and an attorney struggling in a field dominated by men.  The film details the early days of her fight for equal rights for women.  When Ruth (Felicity Jones) takes on a groundbreaking case with her husband Marty (Armie Hammer), she knows it could forever change the way the courts and the United States view gender discrimination.  The film also chronicles the storybook-like romance between Ruth and Marty, a partnership that succeeded both personally and professionally.  
 
Directed by Mimi Leder and written by Daniel StieplemanOn the Basis of Sex also co-stars Justin Theroux, Kathy Bates, Sam Waterston, Jack Reynor, and Cailee Spaeny.  Produced by Robert Cort, p.g.a. and Jonathan King, p.g.a. 
 
Duration: 120 minutes 

 


Special Screening - On the basis of Sex - Wellington
When: Wed Dec 05, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Focus Features and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Wednesday 5th December 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (cinema 2) 

 
RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: This will be a full security screening. Please allow time for cloaking of all mobile devices. The film must start promptly at 6.30pm. 
 
 

Synopsis: On the Basis of Sex is inspired by the true story of the young Ruth Bader Ginsburg­, a new mother and an attorney struggling in a field dominated by men.  The film details the early days of her fight for equal rights for women.  When Ruth (Felicity Jones) takes on a groundbreaking case with her husband Marty (Armie Hammer), she knows it could forever change the way the courts and the United States view gender discrimination.  The film also chronicles the storybook-like romance between Ruth and Marty, a partnership that succeeded both personally and professionally.  
 
Directed by Mimi Leder and written by Daniel StieplemanOn the Basis of Sex also co-stars Justin Theroux, Kathy Bates, Sam Waterston, Jack Reynor, and Cailee Spaeny.  Produced by Robert Cort, p.g.a. and Jonathan King, p.g.a. 
 
Duration: 120 minutes 
 
 

 


Special Screening- VICE - Auckland
When: Tue Dec 04, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
Please note: DATE AND TIME CHANGE BELOW. 
 
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of Adam McKay’s
When: Tuesday 4th December 
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland (cinema 3)
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
(Please note: the Sunday 2nd December 10.30am screening has since been cancelled) 
 
 

Synopsis: The epic story of how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today.
 
Written and directed by Adam McKay, VICE stars Christian Bale along with Amy Adams, Steve Carell and Sam Rockwell
 
Duration: 125 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 26th December 2018
 
 

 


Special Screening- VICE - Auckland
When: Tue Dec 04, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
Please note: DATE AND TIME CHANGE BELOW. 
 
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of Adam McKay’s
When: Tuesday 4th December 
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland (cinema 3)
 

RSVP is essential:RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
(Please note: the Sunday 2nd December 10.30am screening has since been cancelled) 
 
 

Synopsis: The epic story of how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today.
 
Written and directed by Adam McKay, VICE stars Christian Bale along with Amy Adams, Steve Carell and Sam Rockwell
 
Duration: 125 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 26th December 2018
 
 

 


Special Screening - BirdBox - Wellington
When: Mon Dec 03, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of
 

When: Monday 3rd December 
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Reading Courtney Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington

 
Please note the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
RSVP is essential:rsvp here (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: From director Susanne Bier, BIRD BOX follows a woman (Sandra Bullock) who must guide her children down a treacherous river to escape an unseen threat that has torn the fabric of society. To avoid the mysterious danger, she’s blindfolded, with only her ferocious drive to keep them safe. The ensemble cast also includes Trevante Rhodes, Sarah Paulson and John Malkovich.
 
Duration: 117 minutes 
 
 

 


Special Screening - BirdBox - Wellington
When: Mon Dec 03, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of
 

When: Monday 3rd December 
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Reading Courtney Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington

 
Please note the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
RSVP is essential:rsvp here (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: From director Susanne Bier, BIRD BOX follows a woman (Sandra Bullock) who must guide her children down a treacherous river to escape an unseen threat that has torn the fabric of society. To avoid the mysterious danger, she’s blindfolded, with only her ferocious drive to keep them safe. The ensemble cast also includes Trevante Rhodes, Sarah Paulson and John Malkovich.
 
Duration: 117 minutes 
 
 

 


Special Screening - Mowgli - Auckland
When: Mon Dec 03, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Monday 3rd December 
 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1

 
Please note: the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
RSVP is essential:rsvp here  (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: Acclaimed actor and director Andy Serkis reinvents Rudyard Kipling’s beloved masterpiece, in which a boy torn between two worlds accepts his destiny and becomes a legend. Mowgli (Rohan Chand) has never truly belonged in either the wilds of the jungle or the civilized world of man. Now he must navigate the inherent dangers of each on a journey to discover where he truly belongs. 
 
Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto, Rohan Chand, Matthew Rhys and Naomie Harris lead an all-star cast in this visually spectacular and emotionally moving adventure.
 
Duration: 105 minutes 
 
 

 


Special Screening - If Beale Street Could Talk - Wellington
When: Sun Dec 02, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Sunday 2nd December  

Time: 10am start 
Location:  
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
 
RSVP is essential:rsvp here (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note: This will be a full security screening. Please allow time for cloaking of all mobile devices. The film must start promptly at 10am. 
 
 

Synopsis: Based on the acclaimed novel by James Baldwin, IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK is the story of Tish, a newly engaged Harlem woman who races against the clock to prove her lover’s innocence while carrying their first-born child. It is a celebration of love told through the story of a young couple, their families and their lives, trying to bring about justice through love, for love and the promise of the American dream.  
 
Adapted for the screen and directed by Barry Jenkins (Moonlight)IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK stars KiKi Layne as “Tish” and Stephan James as “Fonny”. 
 
Duration: 117 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 14 Feb 2019
 
 
 

 


Screening - DR. SEUSS' THE GRINCH in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Sat Dec 01, 2018 02:00pm to 04:00pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Universal Pictures’ and Illumination Entertainment’s DR. SEUSS’ THE GRINCH

Please RSVP below
Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 2:00PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating,


Special Screening-Kindergarten Teacher-Wellington
When: Wed Nov 28, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of the ANZ distributor Madman Entertainment and Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of Sara Colangelo‘s
When: Wednesday 28th November 
Time: 6.30pm
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington – cinema 2
 
Please note: the film must start promptly at 6.30pm
 

RSVP is essential to: rsvp here  (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
 
Synopsis:
 
Lisa Spinelli (Maggie Gyllenhaal) is a kindergarten teacher in Staten Island who yearns to live a life of art and intellectualism. She takes an evening poetry class where, despite her best efforts, her work is overlooked and misunderstood. When she overhears Jimmy (Parker Sevak), one of her 5-year-old students, reciting an original poem in her classroom, she is floored. Convinced he is the equivalent of a young Mozart, she becomes obsessed with the child and embarks on a dangerous journey to nurture his talent and chase an impossible dream. Directed by Sara Colangelo, the film also stars Gael Garcia Bernal.
 
Duration: 97 mins
 
 
 

 


Special Screening-Kindergarten Teacher-Wellington
When: Wed Nov 28, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of the ANZ distributor Madman Entertainment and Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of Sara Colangelo‘s
When: Wednesday 28th November 
Time: 6.30pm
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington – cinema 2
 
Please note: the film must start promptly at 6.30pm
 

RSVP is essential to: rsvp here  (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 
 
 
Synopsis:
 
Lisa Spinelli (Maggie Gyllenhaal) is a kindergarten teacher in Staten Island who yearns to live a life of art and intellectualism. She takes an evening poetry class where, despite her best efforts, her work is overlooked and misunderstood. When she overhears Jimmy (Parker Sevak), one of her 5-year-old students, reciting an original poem in her classroom, she is floored. Convinced he is the equivalent of a young Mozart, she becomes obsessed with the child and embarks on a dangerous journey to nurture his talent and chase an impossible dream. Directed by Sara Colangelo, the film also stars Gael Garcia Bernal.
 
Duration: 97 mins
 
 
 

 


Special Screening - If Beale Street Could Talk - Auckland
When: Wed Nov 28, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
 
 
When: Wednesday 28th November 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1
 
Please note: the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note that this is a security screening and mobile devices will be bagged and tagged. 
 
 

Synopsis: Based on the acclaimed novel by James Baldwin, IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK is the story of Tish, a newly engaged Harlem woman who races against the clock to prove her lover’s innocence while carrying their first-born child. It is a celebration of love told through the story of a young couple, their families and their lives, trying to bring about justice through love, for love and the promise of the American dream.  
 
Adapted for the screen and directed by Barry Jenkins (Moonlight)IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK stars KiKi Layne as “Tish” and Stephan James as “Fonny”. 
 
Duration: 117 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 14 Feb 2019
 

 


Screening - RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET (New Zealand)
When: Tue Nov 27, 2018 07:30pm to 09:30pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to a Screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET

Please RSVP below
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 7:30PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Special Screening - Mowgli - Wellington
When: Mon Nov 26, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of 
When: Monday 26th November 

Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Reading Courtney Cinemas (cinema 8), Level 1, 100 Courtenay Place, Wellington

 
Please note: the screening must start promptly at 6.30pm
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
 

Synopsis: Acclaimed actor and director Andy Serkis reinvents Rudyard Kipling’s beloved masterpiece, in which a boy torn between two worlds accepts his destiny and becomes a legend. Mowgli (Rohan Chand) has never truly belonged in either the wilds of the jungle or the civilized world of man. Now he must navigate the inherent dangers of each on a journey to discover where he truly belongs. 
 
Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto, Rohan Chand, Matthew Rhys and Naomie Harris lead an all-star cast in this visually spectacular and emotionally moving adventure.
 
Duration: 105 minutes 

 


Special Screening - Private Life - Auckland
When: Mon Nov 26, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of 
 
When: Monday 26th November  
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable)
 
 

Synopsis: The new film from Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Tamara Jenkins (The Savages, Slums of Beverly Hills), PRIVATE LIFE is the bracingly funny and moving story of Richard (Academy Award®-nominee Paul Giamatti) and Rachel (Kathryn Hahn), a couple in the throes of infertility who try to maintain their marriage as they descend deeper and deeper into the insular world of assisted reproduction and domestic adoption. After the emotional and economic upheaval of in vitro fertilization, they’re at the end of their middle-aged rope, but when Sadie (breakout newcomer Kayli Carter), a recent college drop out, re-enters their life, things begin to look up.

 
Duration: 123 minutes 

 


Special Screening - 22 July - Auckland
When: Sun Nov 25, 2018 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see Paul Greengrass’ 22 JULY on the big screen.
When: Sunday 25th November 
Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1
 
* Please note – the film must start promptly at 10.30am *
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitations are strictly non-transferable)
 
 
Synopsis:

In 22 JULY Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Paul Greengrass (Captain Phillips, United 93) tells the true story of the aftermath of Norway’s deadliest terrorist attack. On 22 July 2011, 77 people were killed when a far-right extremist detonated a car bomb in Oslo before carrying out a mass shooting at a leadership camp for teens. 22 July uses the lens of a survivor’s physical and emotional journey to portray the country’s path to healing and reconciliation.

Duration: 143 minutes 
 
 

Special Screening - 22 July - Auckland
When: Sun Nov 25, 2018 10:30am to 10:30am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see Paul Greengrass’ 22 JULY on the big screen.
When: Sunday 25th November 
Time: 10.30am start 
Location:
Event Broadway, 77 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland – Cinema 1
 
* Please note – the film must start promptly at 10.30am *
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitations are strictly non-transferable)
 
 
Synopsis:

In 22 JULY Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Paul Greengrass (Captain Phillips, United 93) tells the true story of the aftermath of Norway’s deadliest terrorist attack. On 22 July 2011, 77 people were killed when a far-right extremist detonated a car bomb in Oslo before carrying out a mass shooting at a leadership camp for teens. 22 July uses the lens of a survivor’s physical and emotional journey to portray the country’s path to healing and reconciliation.

Duration: 143 minutes 
 
 

Special Screening - VICE - Wellington
When: Sun Nov 25, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of Adam McKay’s
 
When: Sunday 25th November 

Time: 10am start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (Cinema 2) 
 

Please note: the screening must start promptly at 10am
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note that this is a security screening and mobile devices will be bagged and tagged. 
 
 

Synopsis: The epic story of how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today.
 
Written and directed by Adam McKay, VICE stars Christian Bale along with Amy Adams, Steve Carell and Sam Rockwell
 
Duration: 125 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 26th December 2018
 
 

 


Special Screening - VICE - Wellington
When: Sun Nov 25, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of Annapurna Pictures and ANZ distributor eOne we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an advance industry screening of Adam McKay’s
 
When: Sunday 25th November 

Time: 10am start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington (Cinema 2) 
 

Please note: the screening must start promptly at 10am
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable) 

 
Please note that this is a security screening and mobile devices will be bagged and tagged. 
 
 

Synopsis: The epic story of how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today.
 
Written and directed by Adam McKay, VICE stars Christian Bale along with Amy Adams, Steve Carell and Sam Rockwell
 
Duration: 125 minutes 
 
eOne is releasing the film nationally on 26th December 2018
 
 

 


Screening - THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS in 3D (New Zealand)
When: Sat Nov 24, 2018 02:00pm to 03:45pm PST
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VES Members and Their Guests in New Zealand are Invited to a 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS

Please RSVP below
Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 2:00PM

Camperdown Cinema
Please contact the local Board for directions.

For members with young children who would like to bring them to this screening, please email nz@vesglobal.org and we will book you up to 4 seats in total.

(These additional 2 seats are strictly for use by children only, there is a maximum of 2 adults per booking please).

Screenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating.


Special Screening - 22 July - Wellington
When: Sat Nov 24, 2018 09:30am to 09:30am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see Paul Greengrass’ 22 JULY on the big screen.  
When: Saturday 24th November 
Time: 9.30am start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
 
* Please note – the film must start promptly at 9.30am *
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitations are strictly non-transferable)

 
 
Synopsis:

In 22 JULY Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Paul Greengrass (Captain Phillips, United 93) tells the true story of the aftermath of Norway’s deadliest terrorist attack. On 22 July 2011, 77 people were killed when a far-right extremist detonated a car bomb in Oslo before carrying out a mass shooting at a leadership camp for teens. 22 July uses the lens of a survivor’s physical and emotional journey to portray the country’s path to healing and reconciliation.

Duration: 143 minutes

Special Screening - 22 July - Wellington
When: Sat Nov 24, 2018 09:30am to 09:30am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see Paul Greengrass’ 22 JULY on the big screen.  
When: Saturday 24th November 
Time: 9.30am start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
 
* Please note – the film must start promptly at 9.30am *
 
RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitations are strictly non-transferable)

 
 
Synopsis:

In 22 JULY Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Paul Greengrass (Captain Phillips, United 93) tells the true story of the aftermath of Norway’s deadliest terrorist attack. On 22 July 2011, 77 people were killed when a far-right extremist detonated a car bomb in Oslo before carrying out a mass shooting at a leadership camp for teens. 22 July uses the lens of a survivor’s physical and emotional journey to portray the country’s path to healing and reconciliation.

Duration: 143 minutes

Special Screening - Private Life - Wellington
When: Wed Nov 21, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to an industry screening of 
 
When: Wednesday 21st November  
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location:
Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE (invitation is strictly non-transferable)
 
 

Synopsis: The new film from Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Tamara Jenkins (The Savages, Slums of Beverly Hills), PRIVATE LIFE is the bracingly funny and moving story of Richard (Academy Award®-nominee Paul Giamatti) and Rachel (Kathryn Hahn), a couple in the throes of infertility who try to maintain their marriage as they descend deeper and deeper into the insular world of assisted reproduction and domestic adoption. After the emotional and economic upheaval of in vitro fertilization, they’re at the end of their middle-aged rope, but when Sadie (breakout newcomer Kayli Carter), a recent college drop out, re-enters their life, things begin to look up.

 
Duration: 123 minutes 

 


Special Screening -ROMA- Auckland
When: Mon Nov 19, 2018 06:30pm to 06:30pm PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see ROMA, the most personal project to date from Academy Award®-winning director and writer Alfonso Cuarón (Children of Men, Y Tu Mama Tambien), Roma follows Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), a young domestic worker for a family in the middle-class neighborhood of Roma in Mexico City. Delivering an artful love letter to the women who raised him, Cuarón draws on his own childhood to create a vivid and emotional portrait of domestic strife and social hierarchy amidst political turmoil of the 1970s. Cuarón’s first project since the groundbreaking Gravity in 2013, Roma will be available on Netflix later this year.
 
When: Monday 19th November  
Time: 6.30pm start 
Location: EVENT CINEMAS QUEEN ST (Cinema 6) – Level 3, Metro Building, 291-297 Queen St Auckland 
 

RSVP is essential: RSVP HERE
 
n.b. This screening invitation is strictly non-transferable.
 
 
Duration: 135 minutes 
 

Special Screening -ROMA- Wellington
When: Sun Nov 18, 2018 10:00am to 10:00am PST
On behalf of Netflix we’re delighted to invite you and your guest to a unique opportunity to see ROMA, the most personal project to date from Academy Award®-winning director and writer Alfonso Cuarón (Children of Men, Y Tu Mama Tambien), Roma follows Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), a young domestic worker for a family in the middle-class neighborhood of Roma in Mexico City. Delivering an artful love letter to the women who raised him, Cuarón draws on his own childhood to create a vivid and emotional portrait of domestic strife and social hierarchy amidst political turmoil of the 1970s. Cuarón’s first project since the groundbreaking Gravity in 2013, Roma will be available on Netflix later this year.